Envenomations.

Singletary, Eunice M; Rochman, Adam S; Bodmer, Juan Camilo Arias; Holstege, Christopher P · Med Clin North Am · 2005

review · Level V

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Abstract

Numerous types of envenomations may be encountered by health care workers depending on where in North America they work. Clinicians should be familiar with the animals in their region that may lead to envenomation.A rational approach with use of poison center or medical toxicology consultation services ensures that cases are managed appropriately.

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